Local Caregiver and Support Groups in the Lehigh Valley, PA

Caregiving comes with unique challenges, and connecting with others who understand can make a meaningful difference. To support local caregivers, we’ve gathered a list of caregiver and support groups available throughout the Lehigh Valley, including Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Nazareth, and nearby communities.

Caregiver Support Groups Near the Lehigh Valley

These groups bring together caregivers supporting loved ones with Alzheimer’s, dementia, chronic illness, and other care needs to share experiences and access peer support.

Caregiver Support Groups

Caregiver Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
Hosted by Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter
For family caregivers supporting loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.Location: Lehigh Valley area (in-person or virtual; provided upon registration)
RSVP: 800-272-3900

Fleming Memory Center Caregiver Support Group
Weekly
Hosted by Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN)
For caregivers of individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia.Location: Fleming Memory Center, Allentown, PA
RSVP: 888-402-5846

Family Caregiver Support Group – Lehigh County
Monthly
Hosted by Lehigh County Office of Aging & Adult Services
For spouses, adult children, and family caregivers supporting aging loved ones.
Location: Lehigh County locations or virtual
RSVP: 610-782-3200

Caregiver Support Group – Virtual
Monthly
Hosted by Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network
For caregivers coping with stress, burnout, and long-term care responsibilities.
RSVP: 888-447-3422

Dementia Support Groups

Dementia Caregiver Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
Hosted by Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter
For caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.Location: Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, or virtual
RSVP: 800-272-3900

Younger-Onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group – Virtual
Monthly
For caregivers of individuals diagnosed with dementia before age 65.
Hosted by Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter
RSVP: 800-272-3900

Savvy Caregiver Education Program
Multi-week sessions
Hosted by United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and community partners
Educational program for caregivers of individuals with dementia.
Location: Lehigh Valley (in-person or virtual)
RSVP: 610-807-5700

Veterans Support Groups

VA Caregiver Support Program – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For family members and caregivers supporting U.S. military veterans.
Hosted by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Provides education, peer support, and access to VA caregiver resources.
Location: Lehigh Valley or virtual
RSVP: 1-855-260-3274

Veterans & Caregivers Support Group – Lehigh County
Monthly
For veterans, spouses, and family caregivers.
Hosted by Lehigh County Veterans Affairs
Offers guidance on VA benefits, healthcare, and caregiver assistance.
Location: Lehigh County, PA
RSVP: 610-782-3273

Post-9/11 Veterans & Family Support Group – Virtual
Monthly
For post-9/11 veterans and their caregivers or family members.
Hosted by Wounded Warrior Project
RSVP: 888-997-2586

Parkinson’s Support Groups

Parkinson’s Care Partner Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For caregivers and care partners of individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.
Hosted by The Parkinson Council
Location: Bethlehem or Allentown area
RSVP: 610-440-2888

Parkinson’s Support & Education Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For individuals with Parkinson’s and their caregivers.
Hosted by Parkinson’s Foundation and local partners
Location: Lehigh Valley or virtual
RSVP: 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636)

Stroke & Brain Injury Support Groups

Stroke & Brain Injury Caregiver Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For caregivers of stroke and brain injury survivors.
Hosted by Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network
Location: Lehigh Valley or virtual
RSVP: 888-447-3422

Cancer Support Groups

Cancer Caregiver Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For caregivers supporting loved ones with cancer.
Hosted by Cancer Support Community of Greater Philadelphia
Location: Lehigh Valley or virtual
RSVP: 215-879-7733

Living With Cancer – Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Monthly
For family caregivers of individuals with advanced or chronic cancer.
Hosted by Cancer Support Community
RSVP: 215-879-7733

Mental Health & Family Support Groups

Family Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For families and caregivers of individuals living with mental illness.
Hosted by NAMI Lehigh Valley
Location: Lehigh Valley or virtual
RSVP: 610-882-2102

Additional Support Groups

Brain Injury Family & Caregiver Support Group – Lehigh Valley
Monthly
For caregivers of individuals with traumatic or acquired brain injuries.
Hosted by Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network
RSVP: 888-447-3422

Grief Support Group – Virtual
Monthly
For adults coping with the loss of a loved one.
Hosted by local hospice and community partners
RSVP: Availability varies by provider

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